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Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws

ProviderJames Cook University
Course code: QTAC321521UniversityStudy area: LawData JSON
AttendanceOn campus
Intakes & start datesMay 2026 · Cairns · QLD

Course overview

Students acquire the academic qualification for admission to practise as a lawyer. The course is suitable for students wanting legal knowledge and skills for work in other occupations. First year provides students with foundational skills and knowledge for the study of law. In final year, students choose from electives that enable them to develop specialist knowledge through the study of legal issues directly affecting society. When combined with an arts major, students graduate with a broad knowledge of society and culture, and key skills in communication, research and critical analysis. Accredited by the Legal Practitioners Admissions Board and Chief Justice. JCU Offer Guarantee: JCU offers guaranteed admissions to most courses if a minimum ATAR is achieved. Learn more here: Guaranteed Admission at JCU. For current course information, visit Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws at JCU.

Course record

Career Opportunities
Private practice as a barrister or solicitor in general practice, in the not-for-profit sector, government and non-government agencies, business, the public service.
Majors
Not all majors available at all campuses, refer to entry for Bachelor of Arts.

Entry requirements

Review the captured standard entry requirements, English requirements and additional notes for this course.

Standard entry

  • English, Literature, English and Literature Extension or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 and 4, C)
English requirement
IELTS 6, no band below 6TOEFL iBT 60, no band below 18PTE Academic 50, no band below 50Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency 169, no band below 169

If the student's current English result is below the direct-entry requirement, consider the university's recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package. When the student successfully completes the approved pathway at the required level, the university may accept that pathway for English entry without requiring a new IELTS, TOEFL or PTE result. Always confirm exclusions for professional registration courses and the offer conditions.

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Student profile

Total students5
#2025
Higher education entry<5 · <5%
<5%
School leavers (ATAR)<5 · <5%
<5%
Secondary education0 · 0.0%
0.0%
Vocational pathway<5 · <5%
<5%
Other entry pathways0 · 0.0%
0.0%
International students0 · 0.0%
0.0%

Campuses & intake dates

Upcoming intakes

  • CairnsQLDJanuary 2026
  • CairnsQLDMay 2026
  • CairnsQLDSeptember 2025
  • CairnsQLDSeptember 2026
  • CairnsQLD